Important Information!

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Do I need a passport to enter St. Thomas, USVI?

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Nope! St. Thomas is part of the U.S. Virgin Islands therefore, no passport is required to enter the country or return back to the United States.

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What timezone is St. Thomas in?

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St. Thomas is in Atlantic Standard Time. Two hours ahead of Central time zone.

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What airport do I fly into?

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The Cyril E. King International Airport (STT). The airport is approximately 20 minutes away from The Westin. Airlines that fly into STT: American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Spirit, United Airlines

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Do I have to go through customs?

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Upon leaving St. Thomas, you will go through customs. You still do not need a passport! They have customs to ensure guests are not leaving with plants, food or other potential disease carrying items. Due to this, we recommend arriving to the airport slightly earlier than typical. The lines do not take a long time, but as November begins travel season to the islands, best practice would be an earlier arrival.

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How do I get around the island?

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The Cyril E. King International Airport has multiple car rental companies on site which can be rented online in advance or at the desk upon arrival at the airport. Taxis are also available at the airport and throughout the island. Uber and Lyft are not operational on the island.

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I heard they drive on the left side, is this true?

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Yes! In the USVI, all driving is on the left side of the road. Not to fret, there are many sign reminders and the steering wheel is on the normal side.

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If I want to rent a car, what does the process look like?

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While renting a car seems very convenient, it can be a bit of a hassle. When you arrive at STT, there are long lines for the rental kiosks as there are limited company options. Additionally, you have to walk your luggage up a rocky hill to reach your vehicle. Our recommendation: stick with taxis. They are fantastic and always available at the airport, resorts, etc.

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Tell me more about the taxi services?

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There are three types of taxis on the island: open air, larger vans and locals driving their own cars. All taxis operate on a per person basis and take CASH ONLY. Our typical taxi costs were about $7-$10 a person per trip. The Westin will always secure a safe taxi for your travels. NEVER take the local car taxis - safety should always be the priority, so ensure all cars are marked as Taxi.

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What kind of weather can I expect?

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Average temperatures for St.Thomas in November are a high of 86° and a low of 76°.

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I cannot make it to the ceremony. Will there be a local celebration?

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YES! If you cannot attend the intimate ceremony in St. Thomas, we completely understand. There will be a celebration to follow in St. Louis, Missouri in Spring of 2025. We hope to see you there!

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How do I get to the ceremony and reception at Villa Norbu?

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There will be a shuttle picking guests up at The Westin beginning at 3pm. The venue is 6.3 miles from the Westin (about 20ish minutes). If you are not staying at the Westin, you will either need to make your way there by 3pm OR coordinate transportation to the venue.

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If I rent a car, can I drive to the venue for the ceremony?

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Unfortunately, there will not be any parking available at Villa Norbu. There will be transportation provided from the Westin. If you are not staying at the Westin, please make your way to the resort for a shuttle or coordinate travel on your own.

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What does the venue look like?

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The venue sits on top of the cliffs, overlooking the gorgeous bay. That being said, please prepare for some stairs and cobblestone! There are handrails throughout the venue in addition to lights for safety.

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What is the ceremony dress code?

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Please plan on dressing in cocktail or formal attire for the day of the wedding. Please no jeans, shorts, tank tops, or tennis shoes. Villa Norbu is located on a dramatic, rocky coast, meticulously constructed using sustainable tropical hardwoods, native “blue bit” stone quarried in the USVI, and merchant ballast bricks, plus stairs. Please plan footwear accordingly (or bring sandals!).

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by 10/1/24. The Westin room block will be active until all rooms are filled. If the block is full and you are still looking for a room with the block rate, please reach out to the Bride or Groom.

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I have a dietary restriction, can I make a special request?

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Yes! If you have any dietary restrictions, please reach out to the Bride or Groom.

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Am I allowed to bring my own sunscreen for the charter?

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Yes as long as it is MINERAL sunscreen. There are many coral reefs in the USVI that are protected and sunscreen kills them. We will bring some tubes for you to use, but if you choose to bring your own, please ensure it is MINERAL sunscreen or you will not be able to use it. There is a market at the Westin that carries sunscreen and other items you may need, however the cost will be inflated due to the resort. We recommend purchasing beforehand.